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Closeup: Colbert Fans Come Out for Debut

Fans of Northwestern alumnus gather at Norris to watch the new "Late Show" on CBS

For those missing the comic antics of Stephen Colbert, Northwestern hosted a watch party Sept. 8 for the premier of the new "Late Show" on CBS. Colbert, a Northwestern alumnus, had fans cracking up during the broadcast on the big screen at Norris University Center. There were snacks and Colbert masks for all and even a few live television shots on the CBS Chicago evening news.